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Ecatepec Mattress Factory Blaze Reactivates, Forcing Evacuations and Mexicable Shutdown

Officials warn of toxic emissions from stored foams and solvents at the facility.

Overview

  • The fire ignited late Tuesday morning at a mattress and furniture site on Calle 1 and Calle 113 in the Hank González neighborhood, sending a dense black plume visible for kilometers.
  • Municipal and state firefighters and Protección Civil mounted a multi-agency response and set safety perimeters, including around a nearby Pemex service station.
  • Service on the Red Line of the Mexicable was suspended between Hank González and Santa Clara, with restoration contingent on safe conditions, authorities said.
  • Nearby residents were evacuated from multiple blocks; reported counts range from dozens to roughly 200–500, and people were urged to avoid the area and limit smoke exposure.
  • After early progress, the blaze reactivated in the afternoon, and a female firefighter was reported injured as suppression and cooling work continued into the evening.